Flashing glow plug light and limited revs

I was driving my 54-plate Honda Accord 2.2 CDTi Executive today, and as I accelerated to go onto the motorway, I got to 2000 revs and the glow plug light started flashing - and I couldn't get over 2000rpm. I...

Honda clutch failure

Clutch burnt out at 40,000 miles. I have just part-exchanged my second car, a Mazda MX5 (for another) with 115,000 miles on the clock. It's on the original clutch. The car I PX'd for the CR-V had done...

Looking for a SUV to replace my Coupe

My Hyundai Coupe (which you recommended) has been excellent for five years, but I now need something gentler on my bad back. So I'm looking at SUVs. The choice comes down to VW Tiguan, Honda CR-V or...

Tyre inflation - nitrogen vs normal air

I am told nitrogen filled tyres rarely need checking because they do not deflate like ordinary air filled tyres. Is this true? Is it worth paying to change to nitrogen?

Country of Origin - does it affect reliability?

I've heard that some Honda Jazz cars were built in China/Thailand and not Japan,does this affect build quality/reliability? What problems should I look out for?

Car Insurance for the elderley

I have now taken over responsibility for organising the insurance for my elderly Mother's car. She is 86 years old and drives a Honda Jazz (on your recommendation). Her annual mileage is very low - well...

Looking for a 4x4

I own a Vauxhall Vivaro van for business use and an ageing BMW 323ci for private use. During the winter I have trouble getting about in snowy or icy conditions so I'm therefore looking to trade in the...

Is the Honda CR-V any good?

I'm thinking of buying a Honda CR-V 2.2 i-CTDi ES 5-door on a 57-plate. I'm just wondering how long should these cars run for on average, as this car has 128,000 on the clock. Is it about finished and...

Why don't you post up some beginner classes in engine maintenance?

Our Honda CR-V is now back having had a damaged number two exhaust valve replaced and the one next to it, all other valves re-seated and head skimmed etc, plus a new timing belt (old one only two years...

Did my Honda CR-V's DPF cause a hesitation under acceleration?

NB of Littlebourne’s email was timely for me since, that very day, whilst driving my 2010 diesel automatic Honda CR-V in sub zero conditions, I experienced hesitation seemingly from the gearbox. I set...